Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Cultural Update: Boomers vs. Younger Generations; Physician-Assisted Suicide in Canada; Sologamy

Sep 6, 2024

Dive into the generational divide as financial resources heavily favor boomers over younger Americans. Explore the ethical debates surrounding physician-assisted suicide gaining traction in Canada. Discover the intriguing rise of sologamy, where individuals marry themselves, reflecting modern self-love and individualism. The discussion also highlights the potential dangers of AI in human connections and societal influences. Listener questions dive into forgiveness and the struggles of living faith authentically in today's culture.

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The funding disparity between baby boomers and younger generations has widened, limiting financial stability and opportunities for younger Americans.

The rise of physician-assisted suicide in Canada raises serious ethical concerns about the potential normalization of euthanasia and its societal implications.

The trend of sologamy reflects a cultural shift towards extreme individualism, challenging traditional notions of marriage and genuine relational commitments.

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Funding Disparities Between Generations

The social safety net in the U.S. increasingly favors older generations, largely benefiting baby boomers at the expense of younger generations. A significant portion of domestic spending growth has been directed towards Social Security, healthcare, and Medicare—80% of this growth since 1980. In contrast, funding for the younger generation is limited due to rising education costs, housing expenses, and accumulating student debt, which place financial burdens on the younger demographic. Consequently, younger Americans often find themselves in lower income brackets compared to their parents, creating a gap in financial stability and security for future generations.

Intro

2min

Generational Financial Disparities and Impacts

2min

Ethics of Life and Technology

34min

Sologamy: Marrying Oneself

12min

Navigating Bullying and Forgiveness in a Christian School Environment

3min

Navigating Relationships and Roles

8min

Navigating Faith and Film: Insights from Biola University

2min

This week, Scott & Sean discuss:

The funding disparity between baby boomers and younger generations in America.
The ethical and moral concerns surrounding physician-assisted suicide and its rise in Canada.
The emerging societal trend of "sologamy," or self-marriage, and its reflection of extreme individualism.
The dangers posed by AI, including bots mimicking human intimacy and influencing democratic processes.
Thought-provoking listener questions on forgiveness, Christian beliefs in liberal environments, and navigating controversial roles in acting.

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith and Culture is a podcast from Talbot School of Theology at Biola University, which offers degrees both online and on campus in Southern California.

Find all episodes of Think Biblically at: https://www.biola.edu/think-biblically.
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To submit comments, ask questions, or make suggestions on issues you'd like us to cover or guests you'd like us to have on the podcast, email us at thinkbiblically@biola.edu.

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Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture

Cultural Update: Boomers vs. Younger Generations; Physician-Assisted Suicide in Canada; Sologamy